Confront Your Legal Challenges With An Experienced Tidewater Attorney
At my firm, I will focus on providing strategic legal counsel and finding solutions that will serve you now and in the long term.
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Civil Litigation
Put A Practical Problem-Solver With Litigation Experience On Your Case
Going to court – whether it’s for a divorce, a criminal charge or as part of a civil lawsuit – can be emotionally, mentally and financially taxing. If you are not clear on all your legal options, your stress levels can continue to rise. You need a Virginia lawyer who can be skillful and tough in the courtroom, creative at the negotiating table, and compassionate and understanding with you and your family.
I am attorney Melissa Kelley. I started my law firm, Kelley & Associates, PLC, to deliver quality legal representation that’s based on my litigation experience, both as an attorney and as a litigation/claims manager at a major insurance company. My background in litigation defense means that I can evaluate how the other side will view your case and determine what tactics they may use. My courtroom experience as an attorney means that I can adapt to the twists and turns of litigation and build a strong case strategy for you.
Providing Compassionate Legal Care Throughout The Tidewater/Hampton Roads Region
Guiding You Through Sensitive Matters In Family Law, Criminal Defense And Litigation
I counsel my clients on the best options for their situations and work to help them achieve their goals. My focus is on providing them with resolutions now that will enable them to enjoy more successful futures. Particularly in family law situations such as litigated divorces or high-tension custody battles, I strive to provide calm, compassionate legal advice and shape strategies that will benefit a client’s family while also avoiding lasting, unnecessary drama or friction.
If you are facing criminal charges, such as driving under the influence (DUI), drug possession or a weapons charge, you may be concerned about the lasting impact a conviction could have on your career, financial situation or future opportunities. I construct robust defenses for my clients, directing a critical eye on how law enforcement may have made a mistake or any mitigating factors that may improve my clients’ chances of acquittals, reduced charges or other options.
If you find yourself facing a lawsuit or needing to resolve a dispute in civil court, I can evaluate your situation and discover the strengths and weaknesses of your case. I can negotiate on your behalf when it makes sense to do so or take the battle all the way to a verdict in the courtroom when that’s what it takes to secure the right result for you.
Let’s Look For Answers Together
You can relax – even in the midst of a tough legal challenge – when you have a strong advocate at your side. I can be that person. Let’s discuss your case today and start working together. Call my office at 757-929-0473 or send me an email message using the contact form at the bottom of the page.
Melissa Kelley